Bear Creek, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bear Creek, Alabama had a total population of 1,474, the 269th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $50,188, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.2% is notably above the national average.
Bear Creek Quick Facts
How Bear Creek Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,205 | 1,474 | No clear change (+22.3%) |
| Median household income | $41,182 | $50,188 | No clear change (+21.9%) |
| Median home value¹ | $63,258 | $96,900 | No clear change (+53.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $699 | $760 | No clear change (+8.7%) |
How Bear Creek Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 98.4%
- Black: 0.2%
- Hispanic: 0.1%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 23.2%
- HS Diploma: 38.6%
- Some College: 19.1%
- Associate's: 5.7%
- Bachelor's: 9.1%
- Graduate+: 4.3%
Bear Creek Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Marion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 6,922 | $54,871 | 16.7% | $106,300 |
| Winfield | 4,999 | $49,688 | 12.5% | $165,500 |
| Haleyville | 4,271 | $42,058 | 25.2% | $97,600 |
| Guin | 2,381 | $51,117 | 18.3% | $112,000 |
| Hackleburg | 1,709 | $42,292 | 24.0% | $104,700 |
| Brilliant | 1,097 | $47,125 | 36.2% | $47,200 |
| Twin | 475 | $52,639 | 12.2% | $95,600 |
| Glen Allen | 372 | $46,313 | 10.3% | $89,600 |
| Gu-Win | 178 | $63,942 | 7.3% | $177,800 |
Cities Similar to Bear Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lillian | 1,460 | $52,281 | $280,600 | 20.6% | 0.6% |
| Elmore | 1,517 | $48,696 | $107,500 | 18.4% | 40.3% |
| Webb | 1,475 | $54,792 | $113,800 | 9.5% | 7.9% |
| Locust Fork | 1,402 | $50,000 | $181,400 | 13.2% | 18.7% |
| Ardmore | 1,384 | $50,352 | $216,600 | 16.5% | 12.6% |
Population Overview
Bear Creek is a small community located in Alabama, within Marion County. The total population is 1,474. It ranks as the 269th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bear Creek is 41.1 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bear Creek is $50,188. This is 22% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 8.2%. This is 74% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $96,900. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Bear Creek is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bear Creek has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.4% vs 63.4%). The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
13.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bear Creek, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 592 Census-designated places in Alabama. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bear Creek, Alabama?
Bear Creek, Alabama has a population of 1,474 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bear Creek, AL?
The median household income in Bear Creek is $50,188, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bear Creek, AL?
The poverty rate in Bear Creek is 16.4%. This means approximately 241 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bear Creek, Alabama?
Bear Creek's population is 98.4% White, 0.2% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bear Creek, AL?
The median home value in Bear Creek is $96,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Bear Creek, Alabama?
13.4% of adults (25+) in Bear Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.